At a glance
ClinicalIndex Comparison Record- ✓Confirmed superficial thrombophlebitis of upper or lower extremity by ultrasound imaging
- ✕Active, clinically significant bleeding
- ✕Known hypersensitivity to NSAIDs, heparin, or derivatives
- ✕Currently pregnant or less than 1 week post-partum
- ✕Acquired or inherited bleeding disorder/diathesis
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Management of Superficial Thrombophlebitis
In Brief
A Phase 4 clinical trial evaluating Dalteparin sodium injection for Superficial Thrombophlebitis and 2 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 72 participants across 2 sites.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this study is to test the hypothesis that Fragmin (dalteparin sodium) subcutaneously once daily for 7 days is more effective than Ibuprofen given orally three times daily for 7 days for the treatment of superficial thrombophlebitis (STP).
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Experimental group: dalteparin sodium 200units/kg subcutaneous on day one, followed by 10,000 units subcutaneous daily for six days plus placebo tablets taken orally three times daily for seven days. Control group: Ibuprofen 800mg orally three times daily for seven days plus placebo injection subcutaneous daily for seven days.